YES, YOU CAN!
Have you ever wondered how you can put your wigs in a ponytail?
Well, the truth is you can. But this answer is not one size that fits it all. While you can, other questions need answers.
- First, what wigs can you put in a ponytail?
- The second is what type of ponytails you want to achieve.
- Lastly, how you go about it.
Not to make guesses and avoid mistakes in the long run, let’s discover what kind of wigs you can put in a ponytail and how you can get a flawless one.
This guide should include everything you need to know and the steps to put your wig in a ponytail.
So, let’s begin.
What Kind of Wig can You Put in a Ponytail?
To be precise, all kinds of wigs. However, not all can be styled in a high ponytail or some updos. That’s because it depends on the construction of the wig.
Instead, it will be better to consider going for pony wigs or active wigs to get a high ponytail if you’re going for that kind of look.
Don’t be discouraged. Depending on your wig type, you can achieve a low ponytail, a front ponytail, a side ponytail, or a high ponytail. How’s that possible? Keep reading to find out.
How Do You Put a Wig in a Ponytail?
It’s easier to put a lace front wig in a side or low ponytail due to the hair it has at the neckline. That’s not the case for another type of wig. So, it’s only proper to mention the necessary steps to put the different kinds of wigs in a ponytail since their constructions are different.
These will include how to put a lace wig in a ponytail, how to put a synthetic wig in a ponytail, and how to put a closure wig in a ponytail. Are you ready? If you are, see the subsequent sections.
How to Put a Lace Front Wig in a Ponytail
As we’ve said, achieving a ponytail is easy with a lace front wig. If this is your wig type, here’s how to style your wig to a ponytail.
Step 1: Prepare your wig
Preparing your wig makes it easy to style. So, shampoo and condition your lace front wig. This will be if you’ve already used it. If you are working with a new pre-plucked wig, get the lace to fit your head. Then, brush through it. It will help avoid tangling by the time you are styling.
Step 2: Make your natural hair flat
To achieve a sleek look, making your hair as flat as possible is important. You can simply have it braided to the back and put on a wig cap.
Step 3: Put on the wig
Wear your wig and adjust it till it fits correctly on your head. You can go ahead to glue your wig as perfectly as possible. Then, use some wig band to keep it in place. If you have extra lace around, it’s time to cut them off.
Step 4: Style the ponytail
Once your hair fits rightly, pull your wig into a ponytail. Comb and brush it as much as possible to get a sleek look. Take some part behind your neckline and sew with some thread to your natural hair. It is so that it stays on without moving.
Now, you can style it to the sides, low, or go for a high ponytail. Whatever it is, you are pulling it to the side you want. Pick up some hair band and secure it snugly.
Step 5: Finish up the look
After you’ve secured your ponytail, it’s time to style it. If you do not want the hair bands to show, you can wrap some part of the wig on it. That gives you a nicely done pony style.
Remember your baby’s hair as well. Lay your edges with some gel.
And that’s it! You have a gorgeous ponytail.
Key Things to Know
- For a 360 frontal wig, remove some part of your hair around your neckline for a natural look. You can comb and stretch that part before pulling it up to meet your wig. This means your braid pattern will change. So do not braid that area around your neckline.
- For a full lace wig, cut around the lace at your neckline. Then, pick some tresses for the baby’s hair and lay them with gel, like you would with your frontal.
How to Put a Synthetic Wig in a Ponytail
Follow the steps below.
Step 1: Prep your hair
The basic thing to do is prepare your hair for styling. This is to get it combed so it doesn’t tangle.
Step 2: Get some braids
You want your ponytail to look as natural as possible. Not to get bumpy areas on your head, make some braids. You can have some cornrows to the back. Those work just fine.
Step 3: Wear your wig
Now it’s time to wear your wig. Make sure it stays and does not move around. Use the combs around the wig to secure it well on your head. Once this step is done, move to the next.
Step 4: Style the ponytail
Get your hair into the ponytail you want. You can achieve a sleek, low ponytail with this easily. Simply comb your hair and wrap it around with a hair band. For a higher ponytail, your wig has to have some lace around it to look natural. If it has, get it into a ponytail by brushing the hair upwards. You can have it in a bun by twisting and rolling it around your hair or leaving it down.
Step 5: Add some finishing touches
You can add finishing touches by laying your edges if it’s a lace wig or using a hair band. And there it is!
How to Put a Closure Wig in a Ponytail
Some people think it’s hard to style a Closure wig in a ponytail. However, a front ponytail style is achievable. A part can be into a ponytail giving you a half-up, half-down vibe. Take a look at the picture below.
If this might be something you want, follow the steps below.
Step 1: Get your wig ready
For this, you are simply washing it from any dirt. You can skip this part if it’s a new wig. Instead, you’ll need to bleach the knots so they look natural, dry, and comb.
Step 2: Make your natural hair
Braiding your hair so it becomes flat is the next step. You want to make sure it’s as flat as possible. That’s because it determines the final look of the hair. You should brush your edges as well. You don’t want any baby hair sticking out.
Step 3: Wear the lace closure wig
At this point, you want to wear your wig. You shouldn’t wear it and start styling the ponytail yet. First, keep it secured. If there are combs on the wig, use them so it won’t move while you are styling.
Step 4: Glue the wig
If your wig lace looks natural, skip this part if you don’t want it glued. If not, now is the time. You can use some Got2b glue or a freezing spray as well. Whatever you want. Glue it perfectly and move to the next step.
Step 5: Part the wig
With a rat tail comb, divide the front of the wig. That will be the area you want to place in a ponytail. Whatever part came with it, you won’t be using that. So part both sides, the left and right. Do this perfectly till you get a well-sectioned wig.
Step 6: Wax the area
After sectioning, pin the part you’ll use for the bobby tail with a clip and wax the area. These are the parts around the ponytail. You want them as sleek as they can be. You can use a press comb on those areas. Once you’ve done that, pull the other hair into a hair band. That is to keep it out of the way.
Step 7: Put it into a ponytail
Sleek the sectioned area with your press comb first. Then, comb the wig well and put it into a ponytail. You can use hair bands for this. Use some hair in the ponytail and wrap it around it so it hides the hair bands.
Step 8: Style it
Get your edges done with some gel and a comb. You can do this part anyhow you want it. Only make sure you style it beautifully.
Step 9: Style the half-down part
Remember the half-down part placed into a hair band. Remove it, and style it appropriately.
There you go- your front ponytail!
Final Words
Now that you know it’s possible to put a wig in a ponytail, what ponytail style will you do? Let us know below.
